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Rockville, MD|
At-Large Candidate Karla Silvestre To Use 'Listen First' Approach On Council
At-Large candidate Karla Silvestre tells Patch she'll be tackling affordability on the Council by focusing on the county's economic growth.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough 2-Year-Old Battling Rare Pediatric Cancer, Community Rallying Support
Adelyne Kotarsky began chemotherapy on her second birthday after a stage-three tumor was diagnosed in mid-February.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|
Historic Building In Hatfield Could Be Demolished For Townhomes
Community advocates say the development would damage the historic character of the area.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|
New Canaan Town Council To Hold Second Public Hearing On Proposed Charter Revision Draft Report: Agenda
The New Canaan Town Council is scheduled to meet on June 10, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|
Candidate Drew Morrison Bringing 'Urgency, Clarity Of Vision' To 1st District Race
1st District candidate Drew Morrison tells Patch that his time in office would be defined by his efforts to build an effective Council.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|
'Hazardous Materials' Incident Draws Emergency Response In Marlboro
Nolan Road was temporarily closed on Tuesday for the reported incident, which involved pool chemicals, authorities said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Second Arrest Made In La Cocina De Mama Restaurant Burglary Targeting Gaming Machines
A 24-year-old Chicago man is believed to be part of a crew that targeted video gaming machines in Oak Lawn and Worth, OLPD said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Cranford, NJ|
Cranford Officials Say New Rules Won’t Limit Free Speech
Ordinance regulating township property use and amplified sound approved Monday.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
Status On Feds' Inquiry Into Darien-Area School District
"Gender ideology" is the focus of the federal investigation, a top Justice Department official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|
New Details Revealed In Disappearance, Death Of 32-Year-Old Aurora Woman: Aurora Police
Shafia Murad was last seen getting on and off a Pace bus before she vanished. Here's what police know about her last movements.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|
Berlin Council OKs New Budget, Tax Increase After Voters Say 'No' Twice
The Berlin Town Council approved a revised budget last week following two failed referendums and debate over school funding levels.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Man Was Stuck On Cliffs At Laurel Hill Park, Needed To Be Rescued
The man was just exploring around Snake Hill and got stuck, said the Secaucus Fire Chief.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|
Candidate Julie Yang Aims To Bring BoE Experience To 1st District Seat
1st District candidate Julie Yang tells Patch she'll be using her school board experience to tackle work on the Council, if elected.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Samuel Adams Will Host Annual Crafting Dreams Beer Bash In NYC
Six finalists will be up for the 2026 Brewing & Business Experienceship. Attendees will vote for America's next top craft brewer.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
Higher Stipends, Childcare Reimbursements To Broaden Who Can Serve On Mill Valley City Council
A monthly pay increase and planned caregiver support is aimed at making council service more accessible.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Armed Teen Forces Los Angeles High School Lockdown: Police
The school was placed on lockdown Wednesday morning.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|
4th District Councilmember Kate Stewart Is All In For Reelection
4th District Councilmember Kate Stewart tells Patch that her work isn't quite done yet on the Montgomery County Council. See what she said.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|
1st District Candidate Reardon Sullivan Looks To Make Council More Efficient
1st District candidate Reardon Sullivan tells Patch he's bringing decades of private sector experience to make the county more efficient.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Council Passes Updated Noise Ordinance
Fairfax City Council approved updates to its noise ordinance, including new rules for amplified sound and penalties.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
100-Megawatt Solar Plan Eyed In Granby, East Granby
The proposal involves a 100-megawatt solar facility in Granby and East Granby.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Across Illinois, IL|
Pritzker Rips Bears' Stadium 'Fumbles,' Says Special Session Possible
The governor criticized the team’s shifting plans and said Illinois should not raise taxes for a stadium.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
At-Large Candidate Steve Solomon Looks To Tackle Backlogged Infrastructure Projects
At-large candidate Steve Solomon tells Patch that Montgomery County needs to find a way to match its spending with economic growth.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater-Raritan Seniors With Parking Passes Will Lose Bus Privileges In 2026-27
Students awarded a space at Bridgewater-Raritan High School will give up bus service for the school year.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
East Windsor Budget Vote Brings Town To A New Crossroads
After three trips to the polls, East Windsor’s budget process is moving into a new phase.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
Sunshine City Paint Lounge, Art Studio Opening Soon In St. Pete's Edge District
A new Edge District business, Sunshine City Paint, will offer family-friendly art time by day and paint-and-sip classes in the evening.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Plymouth-Whitemarsh, PA|
Plymouth Twp. Council Opposes Data Center, Cites Threat To Health And Safety
It's a major development ahead of the public hearing on the deeply fraught Cleveland Cliffs proposal later this month.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Firm Accuses Burr Ridge Official Of 'Strange' Argument
The village denies Fortune 500 company's request, which homeowners group opposed
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Glenview Summer Fest Celebrates 50 Years Downtown
The downtown event will feature more than 90 vendors, kids’ activities, food, music and a free evening concert.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Gets Surprise $4M From State
It's the second time since 2024 that the village has received unexpected millions.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Downtown Street Closure Questioned By Mayor
The result is the seeming isolation of the other end of the shopping complex, the mayor said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Former Mayor Of Chicago, Possible Presidential Candidate, Takes ‘Spin-Free’ Bike Trip Through New Hampshire
Video: Rahm Emanuel enjoyed three-and-a-half days biking from the Seacoast to the Upper Valley, meeting with voters, taking in scenery.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Perry Hall, MD|
Meet 7th District Council Candidate Caridad Santiago
Caridad Santiago tells Patch that her drive to be a person of action is what inspired her campaign for the 7th District Council seat.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Towson, MD|
Meet County Executive Candidate Nick Stewart
County Executive Candidate Nick Steward tells Patch the two important issues voters are facing in the county are affordability and trust.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|
Meet 1st District Council Candidate Kelly Smith
Kelly Smith tells Patch that her commitment to community work makes her stand out as a candidate for the Council's 1st District seat.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
Meet 6th District County Council Candidate Joe Toolan
Joe Toolan breaks down his campaign for the 6th District seat on the County Council.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
Election 2026: Meet 6th District Candidate Sean David White
Sean David White tells Patch that his blue-collar background is what sets him apart in the 6th District race.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Odenton-Severn, MD|
Gen-Z Candidate Geonta Simmons Discusses 1st District Race
Geonta Simmons talks to Patch about how being the only Gen-Z candidate impacts his 1st District race.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Secaucus Firefighters Rescue Man At Laurel Hill Park
There is a dramatic rescue underway in Laurel Hill Park Tuesday evening:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
3 New Laws Impacting CA Schools: Gender-Neutral Bathrooms, LGBTQ+ Suicide Hotline, Limited Cellphone Use
The laws take effect July 1.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Miniature Railroad On Long Island Reborn Through Huge Community Outpouring Of Love: Photos, Video
Now back for its third season, the railroad is a testament to the power of community, Rotarian Richard Israel says.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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